A nonstick comal does one thing better than any other kind: it lets go. Tortillas, quesadillas, sopes and pancakes slide off without a seasoning routine, and the pan wipes clean in a minute. It is light to lift, ready the day it arrives, and forgiving for cooks who are new to griddling.
It also asks for some restraint. Every maker of coated cookware we checked tells you to keep the heat at low to medium and never to heat the pan empty, while a traditional comal is often heated dry and hot. This guide explains that trade-off honestly, names the nonstick, ceramic and enameled comales worth buying, and shows how to get the most from one without cooking the coating.
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Quick verdict: which nonstick comal to buy
For most kitchens, the best nonstick comal is the Tramontina Utsava 12-inch ceramic tawa: a flat, round griddle with a ceramic nonstick surface over tri-ply stainless steel, rated by Tramontina for every cooktop including induction and for the oven to 400°F, and described by the maker as suited to tortillas and flatbreads. On a tight budget, the IMUSA 13.5-inch nonstick comal is the classic, light Latin American comal. For a full batch at once, Nordic Ware’s two-burner griddle (gas and electric) or GreenPan’s 18 x 11-inch Valencia Pro (induction too) covers two burners.
The table below compares the five picks we would steer most cooks toward first. Nine comales and griddles are reviewed in full after it.
Five nonstick comales side by side
One pick for each kind of kitchen, with the coating, size and stovetop ratings each maker or listing states.
| Comal | Best for | Coating & size | Stovetops (per maker) | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tramontina Utsava 12-inch Ceramic TawaBest overall
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Most kitchens, any stove | Ceramic over tri-ply steel, 12-inch flat | All, including induction | View on Amazon |
IMUSA 13.5-inch Carbon Steel Nonstick ComalBudget pick
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A classic, light comal on a budget | Nonstick (type not stated), 13.5-inch | Not stated; oven safe | View on Amazon |
| A durable pan for daily use | Toughened nonstick, 11-inch | All, including induction | View on Amazon | |
Nordic Ware Two Burner GriddleBest for big batches
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Taco nights on gas or electric | Nonstick aluminum, 10 x 16.5-inch surface | Gas, electric, grill; not induction | View on Amazon |
GreenPan Valencia Pro 18 x 11-inch Double Burner GriddleBest two-burner for induction
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Big batches on induction | Ceramic nonstick, 18 x 11-inch | All, including induction | View on Amazon |
Product images from Amazon. Stovetop and oven ratings are as stated by each maker or its Amazon listing; check the listing before you buy.
Our picks for the best nonstick comal
These nine cover the main ways to buy a nonstick comal: ceramic coatings, conventional nonstick, a hybrid steel-and-ceramic surface and enamel; round comales for one or two tortillas and rectangular griddles that span two burners; and pans for gas, electric and induction. Each pick names who it suits, the specifications that matter, and one honest reason to skip it.
1. Tramontina Utsava 12-inch Ceramic Tawa – Flat, Wide and Induction Ready
A tawa is the flat griddle used across South Asia for roti and dosa, and it is, to all intents, a comal with a handle. Tramontina says as much: it describes this pan as made for dosas, flatbreads and tortillas, and the Amazon listing title calls it a comal para tortillas. The 12-inch surface is flat to the edge, with room for a large flour tortilla or two small corn ones.
What sets it apart from cheaper coated comales is the body. Tramontina builds it tri-ply, with an aluminum core between layers of polished stainless steel, which the maker says spreads heat quickly and evenly. The stainless outer layer is what lets it work on induction, and Tramontina rates it for all cooktops and for the oven up to 400°F. The cooking surface is a ceramic nonstick coating, and the listing calls it dishwasher safe.
The handle is stainless steel; the listing adds a soft-grip silicone sleeve, and that sleeve is one reason to respect the 400°F oven limit. Tramontina backs the pan with a lifetime warranty, according to the listing. As with every coated pan here, keep the heat at medium and use a wooden or silicone spatula to make the coating last.
Why we like it
- Flat 12-inch surface; Tramontina names tortillas among its uses
- Tri-ply clad stainless steel with an aluminum core
- Rated for all cooktops, including induction
- Oven safe to 400°F and dishwasher safe, per the listing
- Lifetime warranty, per the listing
Key specifications
| Model | 98051/010DS |
|---|---|
| Coating | Ceramic nonstick |
| Base material | Tri-ply: stainless steel with an aluminum core |
| Size | 12-inch flat round, one long handle |
| Weight | Not stated |
| Heat sources | All cooktops, including induction; oven |
| Oven/max temp | 400°F |
| Care | Dishwasher safe, per the listing; lifetime warranty |
Why we recommend it
It is the closest thing here to a true comal with a nonstick surface: flat, round, the right size for tortillas, and built on a clad body that suits any stove you own now or later. If you want one coated comal for warming tortillas, quesadillas and breakfast, start here.
Skip it if you want to char chiles or tomatoes at high heat. Like any ceramic coating it is meant for moderate heat, and a bare cast iron comal is the better tool for blistering.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Flat edge-to-edge surface
- Works on induction
- Oven safe to 400°F
- Dishwasher safe
Cons
- Weight not published
- Silicone sleeve limits oven use
- Not for high-heat charring
2. IMUSA 13.5-inch Carbon Steel Nonstick Comal – The Classic Light Comal
This is the comal many Mexican and Latin American home kitchens actually own: a thin, wide disc of carbon steel with a black nonstick coating and two chrome riveted metal handles. At 13.5 inches it holds two or three corn tortillas, a big quesadilla or a couple of arepas at once, and it is the same comal we recommend as a large nonstick option in our guide to the best comal for tortillas.
IMUSA’s listing describes it as lightweight and quick to heat, with high temperature resistance that makes it suitable for the oven. The side handles make it easy to carry to the table, and the nonstick surface means it is ready to use after a wash, with no seasoning.
The listing leaves a lot unsaid. It does not name the coating, give a maximum oven temperature or say which stovetops it suits. Without those, treat it gently: medium heat, no empty preheating on high, and wooden or silicone tools. IMUSA also sells an 11-inch version (model IMU-52014) if your burners are small.
Why we like it
- Wide 13.5-inch surface for two or three tortillas
- Carbon steel, light and quick to heat, per IMUSA
- Nonstick coating, so no seasoning needed
- Oven safe, according to the listing
Key specifications
| Model | CAR-52023 |
|---|---|
| Coating | Nonstick black coating (type not stated) |
| Base material | Carbon steel |
| Size | 13.5-inch round, two riveted side handles |
| Weight | Not stated (described as lightweight) |
| Heat sources | Stovetop types not stated; oven |
| Oven/max temp | Oven safe; maximum not stated |
| Care | Not stated; use non-metal tools |
Why we recommend it
Choose it for the traditional shape and size at a budget level: a big, light comal for warming store-bought tortillas, griddling arepas and making quesadillas for the family, especially on a gas range.
Skip it if you cook on induction or want to know exactly what the coating is. IMUSA’s listing confirms neither, and the pick above publishes both.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Large surface for the money
- Light and easy to handle
- No seasoning needed
Cons
- Coating type not stated
- Stovetop ratings not stated
- No published oven limit
3. Le Creuset Toughened Nonstick PRO 11-inch Crepe Pan – Built to Take Metal Tools
Le Creuset’s crepe pan is a low, round pan that works as a comal: an 11-inch nonstick surface with a shallow rim, sold with a wooden rateau for spreading crepe batter. Le Creuset calls the surface triple-reinforced and says it is now four times stronger, with a textured interior meant to help browning.
It is the most robust conventional nonstick on this list. The listing rates it for all cooktops and the oven to 500°F, and calls it safe for the dishwasher and for metal utensils. A retailer’s product page adds that the body is hard-anodized aluminum with a magnetic stainless steel disk, which is what makes it work on induction, and that the handle is hollow stainless steel designed to stay cool. The same retailer notes that the product contains PFAS for its nonstick properties, a disclosure worth knowing if you are choosing between coating types.
Even a reinforced coating has limits. Le Creuset’s care guidance for its PRO pans says to cook mostly on medium and low settings, never to use the highest setting for preheating or cooking, and that excessive surface temperatures will damage the nonstick surface.
Why we like it
- Triple-reinforced, textured nonstick surface
- Rated for all cooktops, including induction
- Oven safe to 500°F
- Dishwasher and metal-utensil safe, per the listing
- Limited lifetime warranty
Key specifications
| Model | TNSP2100-28 |
|---|---|
| Coating | Toughened nonstick; contains PFAS, per a retailer |
| Base material | Hard-anodized aluminum, magnetic steel disk |
| Size | 11-inch round, with wooden rateau |
| Weight | Not stated |
| Heat sources | All cooktops, including induction; oven |
| Oven/max temp | 500°F |
| Care | Dishwasher safe; medium and low heat |
Why we recommend it
Choose it if a nonstick pan will see daily use, if someone in the house reaches for a metal spatula, or if you want a coated comal you can put in the dishwasher without worry.
Skip it if you would rather avoid PFAS-based coatings. The ceramic picks on this list are made without them, according to their makers.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Tough, metal-utensil-safe surface
- Works on induction
- Oven safe to 500°F
Cons
- PFAS-based coating, per a retailer
- Smaller than most comales
- Premium cost
4. Nordic Ware Two Burner Griddle – A Dozen Tortillas Without Waiting
When tortillas need to come off the stove by the dozen, a long griddle across two burners beats any round comal. Nordic Ware’s measures 10.1 by 17.5 inches with a 10 by 16.5-inch cooking surface and a one-inch edge, according to the listing, which is room for three or four corn tortillas at once.
It is made of formed aluminum. The listing describes the coating as ceramic nonstick and leaves the back uncoated, so the griddle can also go on camp stoves, grills and campfires. It is rated for gas and electric stoves and is not compatible with induction, which is the main thing to check before you buy.
Care is simple but strict: Nordic Ware warns against metal scouring pads, abrasive cleaners and sharp utensils, which will scratch the nonstick surface. The listing says it is made in America of domestic and imported materials and lists a five-year warranty.
Why we like it
- 10 x 16.5-inch cooking surface across two burners
- Formed aluminum body
- Uncoated back for grills and camp stoves
- Made in America of domestic and imported materials
Key specifications
| Model | 10230AMZ |
|---|---|
| Coating | Ceramic nonstick, per the listing; back uncoated |
| Base material | Formed aluminum |
| Size | 10.1 x 17.5 inches; 10 x 16.5-inch cooking surface |
| Weight | Not stated |
| Heat sources | Gas and electric stoves, grills, camp stoves; not induction |
| Oven/max temp | Not stated |
| Care | No scouring pads, abrasives or sharp tools; 5-year warranty |
Why we recommend it
Choose it for taco nights, tortilla-making sessions and family breakfasts on a gas or electric range. It is the simplest way to keep a whole row of tortillas going at the same pace.
Skip it if you cook on induction: Nordic Ware says it is not compatible. The GreenPan griddle below is the two-burner pick for induction.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Three or four tortillas at once
- Uncoated back for outdoor cooking
- Made in America
Cons
- Not for induction
- Needs two burners side by side
- Oven limit not stated
5. GreenPan Valencia Pro 18 x 11-inch Double Burner Griddle – Two Burners, Induction Included
GreenPan’s Valencia Pro griddle gives you the same two-burner span as the Nordic Ware, at 18 by 11 inches, with two things the aluminum griddle lacks: an induction-ready base and a high oven rating. The listing says it is safe on all stovetops including induction and in the oven to 600°F.
The surface is GreenPan’s Thermolon ceramic nonstick, which the listing describes as diamond-reinforced, metal-utensil safe, free of PFAS and the first NSF-certified ceramic nonstick. The body is hard-anodized aluminum, and the handles are riveted stainless steel. It is dishwasher safe, though GreenPan’s own care page notes that most messes wipe clean.
Ceramic coatings have their own rules. GreenPan’s care page says low to medium heat is best, that the pan gets hot enough to sear even on low to medium, and that you should avoid all oils in spray form, because the tiny particles heat quickly and burn onto the surface.
Why we like it
- 18 x 11-inch surface across two burners
- Induction-ready, per GreenPan
- Oven safe to 600°F
- PFAS-free ceramic nonstick, per the listing
Key specifications
| Model | CC008882-001 |
|---|---|
| Coating | Thermolon ceramic nonstick, PFAS-free |
| Base material | Hard-anodized aluminum, induction base |
| Size | 18 x 11 inches, two handles |
| Weight | Not stated |
| Heat sources | All stovetops, including induction; oven |
| Oven/max temp | 600°F |
| Care | Dishwasher safe; low to medium heat; no sprays |
Why we recommend it
Choose it if you cook on induction and want a full batch at once, or if you want a ceramic coating rather than a conventional one on a big griddle.
Skip it if your two induction zones are far apart or very different sizes; a long griddle heats evenly only over matched burners. Check your cooktop for a bridge element first.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Works on induction
- Large batch surface
- High oven rating
Cons
- Weight not stated
- Needs matched burners
- No cooking sprays
6. Farberware High Performance 11-inch Nonstick Griddle – Compact and Dishwasher Safe
A small, square, single-burner griddle pan from a long-established cookware brand. It is the simplest pan on this list: an aluminum body, a nonstick surface and one handle, sized for one large flour tortilla or a couple of small corn ones.
The listing says the aluminum heats quickly and evenly, and describes the coating as Farberware’s SmartGlide nonstick, a textured surface meant for easy release and browning. It does not say what the coating is made of or whether it is PFAS-free, so treat it as conventional nonstick and keep the heat moderate.
The listing rates it for the oven to 350°F, calls it dishwasher safe and gives a limited lifetime warranty. It does not say which stovetops it suits or whether it works on induction, and it does not give a weight.
Why we like it
- Compact 11-inch square surface for one burner
- Dishwasher safe, per the listing
- Oven safe to 350°F
- Limited lifetime warranty, per the listing
Key specifications
| Model | 21745 |
|---|---|
| Coating | SmartGlide textured nonstick; material not stated |
| Base material | Aluminum |
| Size | 11-inch square |
| Weight | Not stated |
| Heat sources | Not stated; induction not stated |
| Oven/max temp | 350°F |
| Care | Dishwasher safe |
Why we recommend it
Choose it for reheating tortillas, making a single quesadilla and breakfast for one or two on a small burner, when you want an easy-care pan that can go in the dishwasher.
Skip it if you cook on induction, since the listing does not say it works there, or if you want a coating whose makeup the maker spells out.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Compact for small burners
- Dishwasher safe
- Square shape fits a large tortilla
Cons
- Induction not stated
- Coating material not stated
- Lowest oven rating here
7. GreenPan Valencia Pro 11-inch Square Griddle – Ceramic That Takes the Oven
A square griddle is not the traditional comal shape, but the corners add usable space: an 11-inch square fits a large flour tortilla with room to spare, or a folded quesadilla next to a tortilla warming beside it. GreenPan’s Valencia Pro version has a mirror-polished stainless steel handle that the listing says stays cool thanks to a V-shaped cutout.
GreenPan lists it at 2.5 pounds, light enough to lift with one hand. The listing describes a diamond-infused ceramic nonstick free of PFAS, PFOA, lead and cadmium, a hard-anodized body with GreenPan’s Magneto induction base, and an oven and broiler rating of 600°F. It is dishwasher safe and, according to the listing, metal-utensil safe.
One listing quirk: the Amazon size field says “18 x 11 Double Burner”, but the title, the model number and GreenPan’s own product page all describe the 11-inch square griddle. Check the photos and title before ordering.
Why we like it
- Square surface fits a large flour tortilla
- 2.5 lb, per GreenPan
- Induction base; oven and broiler safe to 600°F
- PFAS-free ceramic nonstick, per the listing
Key specifications
| Model | CC003794-001 |
|---|---|
| Coating | Diamond-infused ceramic nonstick, PFAS-free |
| Base material | Hard-anodized aluminum, induction base |
| Size | 11-inch square, one long handle |
| Weight | 2.5 lb (GreenPan) |
| Heat sources | All stovetops, including induction; oven, broiler |
| Oven/max temp | 600°F |
| Care | Dishwasher safe; low to medium heat; no sprays |
Why we recommend it
Choose it if you want a light ceramic griddle for one burner that also works on induction and can finish a dish under the broiler, such as melting cheese over a tortilla.
Skip it if you want the round comal shape; the Tramontina tawa is the round ceramic pick.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Light at 2.5 lb
- Works on induction
- Broiler safe
Cons
- Square, not a classic comal
- Listing size field is wrong
8. Cuisinart FusionPlus 12-inch Hybrid Griddle – Steel Peaks for Browning
Cuisinart’s FusionPlus griddle is a 12-inch round with no sidewalls at all, which makes it the most comal-like shape here: nothing gets in the way of a spatula or your fingertips. The surface is a hybrid. Raised stainless steel peaks do the searing and browning, and ceramic sits in the valleys between them to help food release.
The listing says the cookware is free from PFAS, PTFE, PFOA, lead and cadmium, with no intentionally added PFAS. The body is stainless steel with an aluminum core through the base, and the riveted Cool Grip handle is cast stainless. Cuisinart rates it for gas, electric, glass-top and induction stoves, the oven to 500°F (not the broiler), and the dishwasher. Cuisinart’s product page lists the weight at 3.15 pounds.
A hybrid surface is not as slippery as a pure coating, and Cuisinart’s preheat advice reflects that: medium-low heat for about two minutes, then oil or butter, then the food.
Why we like it
- 12-inch round with no sidewalls
- Steel peaks brown; ceramic valleys release
- No intentionally added PFAS, per the listing
- Induction ready; oven safe to 500°F
Key specifications
| Model | FPS30-30 |
|---|---|
| Coating | Hybrid: stainless steel peaks, ceramic valleys |
| Base material | Stainless steel, aluminum core in the base |
| Size | 12-inch round, no sidewalls |
| Weight | 3.15 lb (Cuisinart) |
| Heat sources | Gas, electric, glass-top, induction; oven |
| Oven/max temp | 500°F; not for the broiler |
| Care | Dishwasher safe; preheat medium-low, then add fat |
Why we recommend it
Choose it if you want some browning on quesadillas and tortillas as well as easy release, and a pan with no coating-only surface to baby.
Skip it if you want food to slide around a dry pan. Cuisinart asks for a little oil or butter, and a pure ceramic or conventional nonstick releases more easily.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Open, rimless surface
- Browns better than plain coatings
- Works on induction
Cons
- Needs a little fat
- Less slippery than pure nonstick
- Not broiler safe
9. Staub 11-inch Enameled Cast Iron Crepe Pan – Matte Black Enamel, Made in France
Enamel is not a nonstick coating in the modern sense: it is a glassy finish fused to metal. It needs no seasoning and has nothing to wear off, but food will not glide on it the way it does on ceramic or conventional nonstick, so a little oil helps.
Staub’s 11-inch crepe pan is a flat, low-rimmed disc of enameled cast iron with Staub’s matte black enamel, which suits tortillas, quesadillas and crepes alike. It comes with a wooden spreader and spatula. The listing says the smooth enamel base works on all cooktops, the pan is oven safe up to 500°F and it is made in France. Staub states on its safety page that its products are lead-free and cadmium-free.
Cast iron changes how it cooks. It is far heavier than the aluminum and steel comales here and takes longer to heat, but it holds that heat steadily once it is there, which keeps a stack of tortillas coming off at the same color. Heat it gradually on medium rather than blasting it empty.
Why we like it
- Matte black enamel, no seasoning needed
- Works on all cooktops, including induction
- Oven safe to 500°F
- Spreader and spatula included
Key specifications
| Model | 1212823 |
|---|---|
| Coating | Matte black enamel |
| Base material | Cast iron |
| Size | 11-inch round crepe pan |
| Weight | Not stated |
| Heat sources | All cooktops, per the listing |
| Oven/max temp | 500°F |
| Care | Not stated on this listing |
Why we recommend it
Choose it if you want a coating-free alternative to nonstick that needs no seasoning, works on induction and will last for years of tortillas.
Skip it if you want true nonstick release or a light pan; enameled cast iron is heavy and needs a little oil.
Pros and cons
Pros
- No nonstick coating to wear out
- Steady heat once hot
- Lead-free, per Staub
Cons
- Food sticks more than on nonstick
- Heavy and slow to heat
- Weight not stated
How to choose the best nonstick comal for your stove
Five questions decide which of these suits you. The coating and your stove matter more than the brand.
1. Ceramic, conventional nonstick, hybrid or enamel?
- Ceramic nonstick (Tramontina, both GreenPans) is sold by GreenPan as PFAS-free; Tramontina’s listing does not address PFAS. GreenPan advises low to medium heat and no cooking sprays.
- Conventional nonstick (Le Creuset, Farberware) gives the slickest release. The IMUSA carbon steel comal’s listing does not name its coating at all, and Farberware’s names only its SmartGlide textured surface. A retailer notes that Le Creuset’s contains PFAS.
- Hybrid (Cuisinart FusionPlus) mixes steel peaks with ceramic valleys: better browning, a little less release, and it wants some oil.
- Enamel (Staub crepe pan) is glass fused to metal. Nothing to wear off in the nonstick sense, but less slippery.
2. Your stovetop, especially induction
Induction needs a magnetic base. Tramontina’s tri-ply, Le Creuset’s steel disk, GreenPan’s induction base, Cuisinart’s clad body and Staub’s cast iron all qualify according to their makers. Nordic Ware excludes induction, and the IMUSA comal and the Farberware do not mention it. On glass tops, lift the comal rather than sliding it. Our guide to the best comal for electric stove covers coil, glass and induction cooktops in more detail.
3. Size and shape
A corn tortilla for tacos is usually five to six inches across, a flour tortilla eight to ten. A 10- to 12-inch round comal handles one large or two small at a time; the 13.5-inch IMUSA takes two or three. For a family or a tortilla-making session, a two-burner griddle (Nordic Ware or GreenPan) holds three or four. Match the pan to your burner, so the heat reaches only the bottom of the pan and does not climb the sides.
4. Heat limits and oven use
Oven ratings range from 350°F (Farberware) and 400°F (Tramontina) to 500°F (Staub) and 600°F (both GreenPans), and IMUSA and Nordic Ware publish none. Stovetop limits matter more for a comal: every maker here that publishes care guidance tells you to cook on low to medium heat and not to preheat empty on high. A nonstick comal is therefore the right tool for warming tortillas and making quesadillas, sopes and pancakes, and the wrong tool for blackening chiles and tomatoes for salsa.
5. How long you want it to last
Coatings wear; bare iron improves. If you want a comal for the next twenty years, the cast iron and carbon steel pans in our best comal for tortillas guide are the better buy, and our comparison of a comal vs cast iron skillet explains why the flat shape matters. Many cooks keep one of each: bare iron for charring, nonstick for quick, easy everyday warming.
How we chose these nine nonstick comales
We started from what a Mexican kitchen asks of a comal: a flat surface with low or no sides, a size that suits tortillas, and steady heat. We then looked for coated, ceramic and enameled comales and griddles sold on Amazon in the United States and in stock when we checked, from makers we could identify. For each one we took the coating, base material, size, stovetop ratings and oven limits from the maker’s own website or the brand’s Amazon listing, and we say which wherever a figure comes from a retailer instead. For heat limits and care we relied on the makers’ published guidance: GreenPan’s care page and Le Creuset’s guidance for its PRO pans. We left out near-identical crepe pans from sellers that publish little about their coatings, and models that were scarce or out of stock. We have not cooked on these pans for this guide, and where we describe how a coating behaves, we say whose guidance that is.
Caring for a coated comal
The care rules are much the same across makers, and following them is what keeps a nonstick comal working:
- Moderate heat only. GreenPan and Le Creuset both advise low to medium heat. High heat damages the coating.
- Never heat it empty on high. For cooking without fat, Le Creuset’s guidance is to preheat on medium for about two minutes; put the tortilla on as soon as the pan is warm rather than leaving it empty.
- No aerosol sprays. GreenPan says spray oils burn onto ceramic. Wipe on a few drops of oil instead.
- Soft tools and soft sponges. Even pans rated metal-safe last longer with wood or silicone. Nordic Ware warns against scouring pads and abrasive cleaners.
Nonstick comal questions, answered
Is a nonstick comal good for corn tortillas?
For warming store-bought tortillas and cooking fresh ones at medium heat, yes. Fresh corn tortillas puff and spot best over medium to medium-high heat, though, which is at or beyond the limit nonstick makers advise, so for fresh tortillas from masa many cooks prefer bare cast iron or carbon steel. Our guide to tortilla making tools covers the rest of the kit.
What is the best non stick comal for induction?
The Tramontina Utsava tawa for one burner, or the GreenPan Valencia Pro 18 x 11-inch griddle for two. Both makers rate them for induction; Nordic Ware does not, and Farberware does not say.
Is ceramic or conventional nonstick better for a comal?
Conventional nonstick usually releases more easily, and Le Creuset’s PRO surface is rated for metal tools. Ceramic is sold as PFAS-free and the GreenPans take the highest oven temperatures here. Both want moderate heat.
Can I use a nonstick comal to toast chiles?
Gently, at medium heat, for a few seconds a side, yes. For charring tomatoes, tomatillos or chiles until blackened, use bare cast iron, carbon steel or clay, which tolerate the high heat that coated pans do not.
Can a nonstick comal go in the dishwasher?
Some can: the Tramontina, Le Creuset, both GreenPans, Farberware and Cuisinart are all listed as dishwasher safe. Nordic Ware and IMUSA do not say so, so wash those by hand.
Our final pick for a nonstick comal
Buy the Tramontina Utsava 12-inch tawa if you want one coated comal that works on any stove, is flat to the edge and is sized for tortillas. Choose the IMUSA 13.5-inch comal for the classic light comal on a budget, the Le Creuset if the pan will see heavy daily use, and the Nordic Ware or GreenPan two-burner griddles when you are feeding a crowd. Whatever you buy, keep the heat at medium and the spray can in the cupboard.
Making pupusas? Our guide to the best comal for pupusas looks at the comales that suit those thick, stuffed rounds. And if you would rather someone else did the cooking tonight, see the menu or call to order.